Resorts World launches NYC's first full-fledged casino gaming hall

WNYC News | May 4

Resorts World spokesperson Stefan Friedman said the company has hired 1,250 people for the expanded casino, with another 500 hires scheduled by the end of June. The casino, next to Aqueduct Racetrack and a dice throw of JFK Airport, has been on a furious pace to hire hundreds of new dealers and other personnel. You can read the full story here.

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